1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Express | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2320 mm |
